Why and how did Australia become a nation?

What can you find out about Federation in Australia?
Ask yourself: who, what, where, when, why?


Using the SOLE technique and in co-operative groups of 3, I will find, discuss and share



"Why and how did Australia become a nation?"


  • Who, what, when, where, why?
  • Find some basic facts
  • Using the black & white photographs from the period around 1900 look at the what life was like by observing what you can see and discuss. Two of the photographs are here.



Web reference: Kidcyber Federation of Australia
Federation


In groups of three look at these photographs taken around the time of Federation about 110 years ago.
Look closely at the photos and discuss what you can see in the photos. Talk about what the people are wearing and where they might be.

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Use these links to read about some of the reasons "for" and "against" Federation.
For and against federation